5 Questions
Which of the following is a requirement for the classification of systemic JIA?
Generalized lymph node enlargement
What is the prevalence of JIA among children younger than 16 years?
Between 150 and 200 per 100,000 children
What is the meaning of quotidian fever in the context of systemic JIA?
Fever that recurs daily and rises to ≥39°C once a day
Which category of JIA requires exclusion of other causes of childhood arthritis as a criterion?
Oligoarthritis
What is the umbrella term that refers to a group of disorders with chronic arthritis in common?
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
Study Notes
Classification of Systemic JIA
- A requirement for the classification of systemic JIA is the presence of a fever that lasts at least 2 weeks.
Prevalence of JIA
- The prevalence of JIA among children younger than 16 years is approximately 1 in 1,000.
Quotidian Fever
- Quotidian fever in the context of systemic JIA refers to a daily fever spike, typically exceeding 39°C, for at least 2 weeks.
Category of JIA
- Undifferentiated JIA is the category that requires exclusion of other causes of childhood arthritis as a criterion.
JIA Definition
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the umbrella term that refers to a group of disorders with chronic arthritis in common.
Test your knowledge about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), the most common form of childhood arthritis. Learn about the common chronic childhood illness and the umbrella term for a group of disorders with chronic arthritis. Discover the prevalence and criteria for diagnosing JIA.
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